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Recent Examples of waistband
The Kiczoy Wide-Leg Drawstring Pants are elevated, beachy, and comfortable thanks to the drawstring waistband.
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Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
The elastic waistband adds flexibility, while the contrast side stripe gives them a subtle sporty finish that elevates the overall look.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
The same can be true for tight waistbands, bra straps, or heavy bags that press into the skin.7
Pay attention to what, if anything, makes your symptoms worse.
—Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Mar. 2026
With father and son trailing him, Thomas pulled a handgun from his waistband and fired at the younger Alamo, Pekara said.
—William Lee, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
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Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
The elastic waistband adds flexibility, while the contrast side stripe gives them a subtle sporty finish that elevates the overall look.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
The same can be true for tight waistbands, bra straps, or heavy bags that press into the skin.7
Pay attention to what, if anything, makes your symptoms worse.
—Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Mar. 2026
With father and son trailing him, Thomas pulled a handgun from his waistband and fired at the younger Alamo, Pekara said.
—William Lee, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waistband
Noun
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The climactic scene features rapid-fire targets and mine cars coming at you on a conveyor belt, plus dangling bats.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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There's alligator boots, snake-skin belts and now a world's first, Tyrannosaurus Rex purse.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Left unchecked, these invasives choke out native plants, girdle trees, and cause a host of other problems.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Dec. 2025
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One of the best examples of this is the ctenophore Cestum, or the Venus girdle.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Disadvantages of double-hung windows Double-hung windows are more expensive than single-hung because of the extra mechanical parts with two sashes.—
Anna Popp,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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But what truly caught the eye of jewelry fans were the pearls dangling from his waist — that was a tassel necklace by Mikimoto, fashioned to look like a waist sash or watch chain.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Mar. 2026
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New for 2026, the sale also will include suits, tuxedos, button-down shirts, ties, bow ties, suspenders and cummerbunds.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Singer Ricky Martin made a cameo in a loose white shirt and trousers with an eye-catching satin cummerbund detail at the waist.—
Tony Bravo,
San Francisco Chronicle,
8 Feb. 2026
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There was a ribbon-cutting ceremony a couple of hours before the game, gigantic scissors slicing a pink ribbon.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Between the Douglas Center and County Line Road, a new segment of the trail is now completed, with a ribbon-cutting expected later this spring, Wilkinson said.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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You’ll be served your second drink (of four in total) in an evocative atmosphere filled with colonial-style architecture, actors dressed as 19th-century factory workers, and a mariachi band.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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Two struggling male musicians witness a mob murder and flee by disguising themselves as women in an all-female jazz band.—
Rick Mauch
April 6,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
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Denver metro test drive loop My drives with the Prius covered much of the South Denver metro area, including stretches of C-470 and E-470, where steady highway cruising allowed the hybrid system to show off its efficiency.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Tie it to your handbag or belt loop instead.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
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The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Waistband.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waistband. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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